Adult learners
The LSC funds a range of learning opportunities for adults. We are committed to ensuring that our investment is targeted on the skills challenges we face.
Our key priorities are improving adult basic skills and increasing Level 2 achievement rates for those individuals that have not already achieved this standard. We also support adults in their learning through the Adult Learning Grant and the provision of information and advice services.
You’ll find more information about the key LSC-funded initiatives for adults below.
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The nextstep information and advice service can help you get on the road to improving your career prospects by learning new skills, retraining or gaining new qualifications. Nextstep offers free information on learning and work to anyone aged 20 and over. Free face-to-face advice is also available if you don't have A-Levels or an NVQ Level 3 (called 'Level 3' qualifications). To find your local nextstep click on the logo on the right.
If you are aged 19 or over and want to further your career, increase your confidence and earning potential then why not study for an NVQ Level 2 or 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), you could also get your tuition fees paid. Contact nextstep for more information about finding the right course for you, click the logo to visit the website and find your nearest nextstep office.
The Adult Learning Grant (ALG) can pay up to £30 a week to people aged 19 and over who are studying full-time (at least 12 hours per week), to help with things like books and materials. To find out if you qualify click on the ALG logo to visit the website.
The Get On campaign helps adults improve their reading, writing, language and maths. Call the Get On helpline on 0800 660 800 for information, or click on the Get On logo opposite.
learndirect offers impartial careers and learning advice and access to hundreds of courses. Call the learndirect advice line on 0800 100 900 or click on the logo to visit the website.
